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The Black Forge, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN

The Black Forge

4.8
4.8
4125 Reviews
€30 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 34 times today
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The Black Forge Inn is Dublin's newest premium bar & venue. Located in the heart of Dublin 12, the Black Forge has been completely renovated, and is under new management.

Featuring a mouth watering food offering, created by our Head Chef Ed Raethorne, there is an offering for every taste, including our signature dish "Steak on a stone" and award winning Cheesecake.

Our Drinks offering is the most diverse and unique that Dublin has to offer.
With an extensive selection of cocktails, our very own forge stout and lager,
The Black Forge has the most impressive drinks collection in Dublin.

***Casual Dress Essential****

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Irish, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 455 7860
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ed Raethorne

What 4,125 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Great for live music

  • Dublin

    Gastro Pub

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Forge offers a remarkable dining experience with "amazing food" and "friendly staff." The atmosphere is both cozy and elegant, often highlighted by the unique steak-on-a-stone dish. Guests enjoy "top-notch service" and memorable moments, like photos with Conor McGregor's UFC belt. A must-visit for an unforgettable meal!
4,125 Reviews
  1. Mitchell

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good experience, staff were friendly and had good music and vibes. Got to hold Conor’s belt from when he won it from Aldo. Food was brilliant 10/10

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  2. Hilda

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a very good experience at the Black Forge on 12 February, very comfortably surroundings, warm venue, excellent food, friendly efficient staff, would recommend a visit.

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  3. Chris

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, best steak i have had in years ! Staff were super friendly , especially Sharron. Connor was and went out of his way to say hello to everybody and take some pictures . Will definitely be back.

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  4. Anthony

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Without a doubt a must on anyone’s list visiting Dublin, not only for the obvious reasons but for the fact it has amazing staff, brilliant atmosphere and the food and drink are top quality, we were taken back at the quality and portions given to the price paid. We had the pleasure of being on the premises with Conor and his beautiful family, what a gent and what a lovely family. Highly recommend a visit to The Black Forge Inn to any trip to Dublin. A Proper Pub

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  5. Kieran

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been here lots of times, its so consistently good, food is great, staff are so friendly and it's such good value for money!

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  6. Tracey

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were in Dublin for the weekend and it was recommended by our friends who have been. Food was excellent the staff were really friendly , the atmosphere was great very clean and tidy would highly recommend.

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  7. Edward

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience over all not been bias here at all got there little early had us seat no problem if u haven booked good chances are u won’t be seated place was buzzing great atmosphere many big screens for sport we started off with drinks food shortly after and the starter didn’t disappoint I had taco’s and the misses had bao buns 10/10 and for mains I had 8oz steak on stone best steak I’ve had and the misses had the roast of the day she was very happy 10/10 and don’t get me started on dessert out of dis world thank u for great food definitely be bk

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  8. Scott

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the honor to meet Conor himself , he spent time around the tables taking photos . The food was decent especially for price in Dublin compared with other establishments with lower service standards , the drink prices also reasonable. Overall 100% worth a visit

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  9. Benjamin

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unbelievable experience. Top food. Top service and the boss was on premise, talking, laughing and joking will ALL customers.

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  10. Seamus

    Leinster

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were very welcoming, polite and friendly, also very helpful. The smell off food was very satisfying as soon as we walked in the door, smelt delicious, the food was tops and presentation tops aswel.

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The Black Forge is rated 4.8 stars by 4125 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
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Booked 34 times today
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163/165 Drimnagh Road, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN D12 PH32

Additional information

  • Area
    Drimnagh
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Irish, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Taxi rank next door. Open 24 hours. Bus stop outside door. Bus No.27, No.151, No.123, No.18, No.77A, No.56A
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ed Raethorne
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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